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Hamilton music fans are glad the city’s not being “left out” any more now it’s announced Homegrown will return to Waikato in 2026.
Next year’s festival will be held at Claudelands Oval, after 18 years of being based in Wellington.
Do you think Hamilton has missed out on big concerts… View moreHamilton music fans are glad the city’s not being “left out” any more now it’s announced Homegrown will return to Waikato in 2026.
Next year’s festival will be held at Claudelands Oval, after 18 years of being based in Wellington.
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A feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.
Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.
… View moreA feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.
Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.
Have you had any dangerous driveway incidents? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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A group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.
After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, … View moreA group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.
After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, the Home Educators Student Sports Association (HESSA) is asking for a rule change.
Do you support the petition? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A motocross accident and a mission to walk again are part of the story behind a new Hamilton gym for people with disabilities.
The gym is run by NextStep New Zealand co-owners Casey Brady and Aaron Balsom, who brought it in from the United States.
Do you know someone who'd be interested … View moreA motocross accident and a mission to walk again are part of the story behind a new Hamilton gym for people with disabilities.
The gym is run by NextStep New Zealand co-owners Casey Brady and Aaron Balsom, who brought it in from the United States.
Do you know someone who'd be interested in this? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Legal steps are ramping up to fight an appeal by state housing agency Kāinga Ora over designated historic heritage areas (HHAs) in Hamilton.
The Guardians of Claudelands group has quickly raised $10,000 to help argue against Kāinga Ora’s appeal to the Environment Court, which seeks to reduce… View moreLegal steps are ramping up to fight an appeal by state housing agency Kāinga Ora over designated historic heritage areas (HHAs) in Hamilton.
The Guardians of Claudelands group has quickly raised $10,000 to help argue against Kāinga Ora’s appeal to the Environment Court, which seeks to reduce the size of the Claudelands HHA under the city council’s Plan Change 9 (PC9).
Are you following the to and fro over a proposed heritage area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A $50 to $60 million investment is set to reshape Paeroa’s landscape, turning the town’s former racecourse into a multi-use community precinct.
It’s a “legacy project” for entrepreneur and Wright Family Foundation founder Wayne Wright, who’s spearheading development at the former … View moreA $50 to $60 million investment is set to reshape Paeroa’s landscape, turning the town’s former racecourse into a multi-use community precinct.
It’s a “legacy project” for entrepreneur and Wright Family Foundation founder Wayne Wright, who’s spearheading development at the former home of the Paeroa Racing Club, bought three years ago.
Would you buy a place here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Wellington’s loss is Hamilton’s gain as the Homegrown music festival is set to return to its roots - with the Waikato “the clear choice” in the battle to host the iconic Kiwi music extravaganza.
Festival co-director Andrew Tuck ended months of speculation by confirming on Tuesday morning… View moreWellington’s loss is Hamilton’s gain as the Homegrown music festival is set to return to its roots - with the Waikato “the clear choice” in the battle to host the iconic Kiwi music extravaganza.
Festival co-director Andrew Tuck ended months of speculation by confirming on Tuesday morning that after 18 years of calling the capital home, Homegrown would be returning to Waikato.
What do you reckon about this news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
For two decades, Kirsty Lyall has been snapping shots of other people’s dogs - all for the love of a lick and a pat.
The 54-year-old and her trusty Pentax camera are often found at Hamilton’s Days Park on Saturdays, capturing pooches racing up and down from the beach and burning off some … View moreFor two decades, Kirsty Lyall has been snapping shots of other people’s dogs - all for the love of a lick and a pat.
The 54-year-old and her trusty Pentax camera are often found at Hamilton’s Days Park on Saturdays, capturing pooches racing up and down from the beach and burning off some energy.
Have you come across Kirsty and her camera at the dog park? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Everyone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you … View moreEveryone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you remember most about that moment?
Many Deaf people and children celebrate their first language - NZSL this week. Let's learn each day of the sign word of the day. Today - Figs. There is no sign language for Fig, and I am a deaf linguist who uses similar India Sign Language (note they use two hands). I borrowed sign language on… View moreMany Deaf people and children celebrate their first language - NZSL this week. Let's learn each day of the sign word of the day. Today - Figs. There is no sign language for Fig, and I am a deaf linguist who uses similar India Sign Language (note they use two hands). I borrowed sign language on loan and used one-hand signs. Here are two photos, but fortunately, I could not download the video here. In the first photo, use your fingers and thumbs close together and move upward in the shape of a tip. In the second photo, open your hand like a flower opening. Then, the sign moves upward as a tip, then downward by turning the hand upside down and opening it like a flower. I hope this makes sense for you to learn. Update I made two video clips under YouTube.
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In a galaxy not so far away - Hamilton, to be precise - lightsabers clashed with lively reels as the worlds of Star Wars and Celtic folk dance collided on May the Fourth.
The event, hosted by Dance Folkus, saw seven or eight youngsters arrive in full galactic regalia: a yellow R2-D2, a baby Luke… View moreIn a galaxy not so far away - Hamilton, to be precise - lightsabers clashed with lively reels as the worlds of Star Wars and Celtic folk dance collided on May the Fourth.
The event, hosted by Dance Folkus, saw seven or eight youngsters arrive in full galactic regalia: a yellow R2-D2, a baby Luke Skywalker, Baby Yoda props, and more, some clad in pleated plaid.
Have you ever been to a ceilidh? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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